Every week, the ministers here at the South Green church of Christ write brief articles for the congregation's weekly bulletin. The following is a copy of those articles, which have been adapted to this digital environment. Brief and to the point, these articles are designed to inspire, encourage, and challenge all. We hope and trust you will find them useful.
With the Thanksgiving holiday upon us once again, it is good to be reminded to count our blessings—even in the midst of difficult circumstances. The Apostle Paul—who had encountered and endured every form of suffering imaginable (2 Cor. 11:22-29; 12:7-10)—instructed us to be thankful at all times. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in …
How scared would you be if you knew a lion was on the loose? Last week a lion escaped from the circus. Before you get too worried, you should know two things: 1. The lion has already been apprehended. 2. The incident to place near Rome, Italy—far away from the friendly confines of Barren County …
Who are you voting for? Why did you do that? These questions and more abound this time of year! You know what time it is. It’s almost Election Day. Many who are running for office along with their camps and supporters have been looking for this date for a while! We know how it works. …
Much has been made about “gambling” in our society. To be up front and honest, I do not know anything about betting, playing the lottery, sports betting, or gambling. I do not know the process of putting “money down” on an event, game, or competition. I am not totally naïve, I understand that if …
As time moves on, I am thankful for Jesus and the church. While having an attitude of gratitude, I also have a feeling of concern. I am concerned about the world really not knowing Jesus or having an understanding of the church. I know this is not a new concept, but our concern for others should …
This time of year for a long time has been referred to as “Open Enrollment.” If you work in the “public sector” and are provided some insurance benefits, this is the time of year that changes are made to those benefits. Meaning, if you want additional insurance coverage or you want to choose different “coverage,” …
One of the many things I enjoy doing for our congregation is writing bulletin articles! In addition to seeking to have a title that will cause someone to read the article, I also strive to develop a “hook.” Well, I hope I haven’t failed at both with this article! The title of this article was …
I would be the last person chosen to counsel anyone when it comes to “money!” Additionally, I would never be elected to lecture on personal finance or budget development for an organization or business. But, after fifty years of living, I’ve learned money/possessions should be used as tools and not as something to be commended …
It happened again. I felt compelled to apologize to our boys for the way I acted. It is in such times that I am reminded of how important it is to live a life that matches the message. Paul wrote: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline …
Deion Sanders has worn numerous monikers. Neon Deion. Prime Time. These days he is referred to as Coach Prime. Sanders was undisputedly one of the greatest athletes of his generation as he was a two-sport star in both professional baseball and football. These days he is the head football coach for the University of Colorado. …
